Current Problems Assignment

This is a brief section that describes the general background of the problem you have identified.

Here is where you describe the problem that you are solving.

· What is the problem and how big is it?

· Who is the target audience? Who is this problem affecting?

· Are there currently any solutions to this problem? Who is the competition?

· How does your idea(s) solve the problem?

· Is it a simple or complex solution?

· If it is complex, how can you make it simple, or describe it more simply?

[Optional – Data visualizations]

Discuss the main steps necessary for your plan to be successful.

· What resources will you need? (partnerships, funding, materials)

· What does your timeline look like?

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